Thanksgiving Menu Favorites

Here we are 3 days to Thanksgiving and I most of you have followed my lead and analyzed all the local sales so you could make your dinner without breaking the bank. I was disappointed by this years price on Turkeys but I was able to find some really good sales on the other items I needed for sides. I use almost the identical menu each year which not only makes purchasing for dinner easy but I know that my recipes are tried and true and will be loved by all. This is my traditional Thanksgiving menu and the recipes that make it so special.

Deep Fried TurkeyDeep Fried Smoked Turkey – This is the same as my regular fried turkey recipe just using a smoked turkey.

I have the preparation of this meal down to a science after making it for 10 years. I bake all the pies the day before and I also make my turkey stock the day before. The turkeys need to be placed in their brine the day before also so that gives me access to my giblets for the stock. Once the stock is made I separate out the meat and giblets and refrigerate everything. I almost forgot about baking my sweet potatoes. I have tried boiling them and I don’t think the end recipe has the same flavor or texture. I bake the sweet potatoes then skin them and throw them in the refrigerator until the next day. That leaves throwing together the sides on Thanksgiving morning and popping them in the oven just before you fry your turkeys. I can almost relax as long as I have my recipe check list on hand to see what has been done and what needs to be done. If I don’t keep my checklist with my silly things like forgetting the rolls or mashed potatoes tend to happen.

My suggests to make Thanksgiving a no stress day for you is –
1. Plan your menu well in advance
2. Use tried and true recipes
3. Make a list of what needs to be done
4. Start the day before and do all the preparation you can
5. Sit back and enjoy your dinner